| Traditionally, furnace filters were built to protect | | | | required for this job. |
| the fans and furnace. With the advancement in | | | | 4. Then locate the filter and gently remove it. |
| the technology and awareness about the quality | | | | 5. Check for the dusty buildup on the furnace |
| of air, a lot of filters are being installed in order to | | | | filter. In case you are not able to see through it, |
| reduce exposure to the particles which may | | | | then you need to replace or clean it. |
| affect the health of an individual. These days a | | | | 6. A lot of times furnaces are fitted with filters |
| wide range of furnace filters is available in the | | | | made of reusable plastic frame. In such case, |
| market and sometimes it becomes confusing | | | | simply take the filter out and use a water hose |
| which one is suitable for you. | | | | to rinse away the dust. Then, after drying it, |
| It is very important to clean or replace the | | | | replace it. |
| furnace filter once in a month. By this you not | | | | 7. In case you have a filter of disposal cardboard |
| only increase the efficiency of you furnace, but it | | | | frame type, then you need to buy one of the |
| also helps in reducing the electric bill. Cleaning or | | | | same sizes from your local hardware store |
| changing the furnace filter is very easy thing. | | | | (Wal-Mart, Home Depot or Lowe's) and replace it. |
| How to clean or replace the furnace filter -: | | | | Warnings and Tips -: |
| 1. Firstly check the area ahead of the furnace | | | | To keep the allergies away from your home, buy |
| because many a times it is a breeding space for | | | | an allergenic reduction filter. |
| dust particles. Clean the area in front of furnace | | | | Replace you filter after every month or at least |
| before removing the filter. | | | | once in a season so as to keep your home safe |
| 2. Then locate the service panel which is usually | | | | and healthy. |
| on the lower front or side of the furnace. | | | | Always install a clean filter. |
| 3. Turning off the furnace, gently pull down or pop | | | | Make sure you turn off the furnace before |
| open the panel with your hands. Usually no tool is | | | | replacing the filter. |